In many organizations, performance management is still treated as a compliance exercise, periodic, one-sided, and overly focused on...

On July 4th, 2025, the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBBA) was signed into law, and it’s bringing some exciting changes to employee...

Washington and Oregon have passed a wave of new employment laws that will significantly impact how businesses operate in the coming...

The EEO-1 Report is a federally mandated survey that requires certain employers to submit workforce data categorized by race, ethnicity,...

As we head into summer, HR professionals should note several important updates impacting compliance and employee management. From Form...

As 2025 approaches, employers in Washington must prepare for several significant updates to employment laws. Staying ahead of these...

One of the fundamental principles in the American workplace is that time is valuable, and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) has long...

As an employer, maintaining accurate and compliant personnel files is not just a matter of good practice—it’s a legal necessity....

As summer rolls in, it’s an excellent time for employers to focus on a few key HR activities. The relative calm of this season, with many...

Reviewing the performance of an employee who isn’t meeting expectations is high stakes for both sides. However, these challenging moments...

On Monday, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has taken a significant step by publishing final guidance on...

On April 26, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced a significant update to the minimum salary requirements for exempt...

PIVOT!!!! PIVOT!!!! A phrase resurfaced during COVID-19 as employers adapted and turned on a dime adjusting to continual and...

Today I had the pleasure of training on interview dos and don’ts in our free monthly webinar series. In the dynamic world of recruitment,...

The US Department of Labor (DOL) has recently implemented a significant ruling altering the criteria for classifying independent...

In the fast-evolving world of Human Resources, staying informed is key to ensuring the well-being of both employees and the organization...

As we step into the new year, it's essential to remember that Washington state has already experienced significant legal changes in 2023....

In an era where diversity and inclusion are at the forefront of workplace dynamics, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)...

Once upon a time in a bustling office on the 7th floor of a gleaming corporate tower, an employee named Sarah found herself caught in the...

Employee benefits are a critical component of any organization's compensation package, offering employees a sense of security and...